Interview with Andrew Hale (3rd segment)

Andrew Hale grew up in Akron, Ohio and served in the US Navy in World War I. He worked for Miller Rubber and Firestone Tire & Rubber Companies. In 1923, he started the Akron, Ohio sales office for Farrel-Birmingham, the makers of the Banbury Mixer. Mr. Hale was instrumental in the comerialization of the mixer which became a stable for the rubber industry.

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Andrew Hale grew up in Akron, Ohio and served in the US Navy in World War I. He worked for Miller Rubber and Firestone Tire & Rubber Companies. In 1923, he started the Akron, Ohio sales office for Farrel-Birmingham, the makers of the Banbury Mixer. Mr. Hale was instrumental in the comerialization of the mixer which became a stable for the rubber industry.

The Rubber Division, ACS began a program in 1964 of recording the oral histories of individuals that have made significant contributions to rubber science and technology. These individuals include scientists, engineers, publishers, and executives from both industry and academia. Also interviewed are important people from the publishing industry (Rubber & Plastics News, Rubber Age magazine) and the United Rubber Workers Union. Many of the individuals recorded in this series are recipients of the Charles Goodyear Medal, the highest scientific award given by the Division. The interviewees give an overview of their life and reflect on their achievements and legacy to the rubber industry.